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About

Social media phenomenon who also goes by the nickname "Wisdom Man" and boasts an incredible following of over 6 million on his r0dn3y_ TikTok account. He has gained the bulk of his worldwide recognition for the comedic skit videos he posts on his account; however, he has also earned popularity for his songs such as "Wisdom Drill" and "Dis Waan." His skits have commonly included relatable scenarios and impersonations of his family and friends.

Before Fame

He grew up in Abuja, Nigeria and studied at the University of Abuja. He began creating video content during the COVID-19 lockdown simply as a method to curb boredom and entertain his friends. He initially had no intention of becoming a full-time content creator, much less a worldwide TikTok sensation. He was initially a dancer. However, when he discovered the popularity of his comedy skits by comparison, he shifted started focusing mainly on humorous content.

Trivia

He is a passionate fan of anime television shows like Dragon Ball, Naruto, and Attack on Titan. He has included references to anime in many of the scripts he writes for his videos as a way of inspiring others to learn about the genre and enjoy it as he has. 

Family Life

His birth name is Rodney Odinakachi Umeh. He was born and raised in Nigeria. He has impersonated his mother, father, and siblings in several of his videos.

Associated With

In March of 2023, he was named on Pulse NG's list of 10 Young Nigerian Stars Taking over TikTok, along with creators such as berby_picxy, John Merry, and Jerry Chuks.